Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Rapid City, South Dakota.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/16/2026 Duration: 14 weeks 48 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse (PCU RN) General Information The Progressive Care Unit is a mixed unit accommodating 36-48 patients, offering both semi-private rooms and a variety of care levels. The care team plays a critical role in managing diverse patient needs.

Qualifications Minimum one year of nursing experience required. First-time travelers accepted with over one year of experience, provided they have EPIC experience. Travelers must reside at least 100 miles away from any facility.

Permanent staff members must wait one year before returning as travelers. Patient Population The unit serves a mixed acuity patient population, providing care primarily in Med/Surg with some Intermediate Care (IMC) patients.

Common diagnoses include: Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) Pre/post-surgical care Cellulitis Influenza Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) Pneumonia Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) Renal failure Hepatic failure Gastrointestinal disorders Soft tissue injuries Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVTs) Patient Ratios Long-length stay (Med/Surg/No Tele) - 1:5-6 Med Surg/Telemetry (no IMC drips) - 1:5 Intermediate Care - 1:4 Required Certifications BLS ACLS NIHSS Required Education Completion of an accredited nursing education program and a registered nurse (RN) license from the South Dakota Board of Nursing.

Skills Required Comfortable with MedSurg assignments EPIC experience Previous experience in caring for patients with the aforementioned conditions Able to read and interpret cardiac strips Proficient in wound care and line management Capable of managing drip titration for medications such as Heparin, Insulin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, and Levophed Support on the Unit Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with a 1:8 ratio Charge Nurse available who does not take a patient load Phlebotomy services provided Respiratory Therapy available Hospitalist services offered Charting System/Equipment EPIC Omnicell Alaris Floating Nurses may float to any adult inpatient unit as needed, which may include Med Surg, Ortho/Neuro/Surgical, Heart and Vascular, Oncology, and Observation units. Orientation Two days of unit/department orientation covering policies and procedures Classroom training with Nursing Professional Development Team Two shifts of hands-on orientation with a preceptor Scheduling Six-week scheduling process Weekend rotation includes up to four out of six weekends No mandatory call time required Current holiday scheduling does not accept requests for time off Approval of time off up to a week and a half, with specific blackout dates during peak events Additional Information Thrive Staffing Job ID 19435879. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Thrive Staffing At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing.

Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.